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Autumn Glow Quinoa Bowls

Autumn Glow Quinoa Bowls for a Cozy Seasonal Feast

Delight in Autumn Glow Quinoa Bowls, featuring roasted butternut squash, fresh apples, and creamy maple-tahini dressing for a cozy meal prep solution.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Vegetarian
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Quinoa Bowl
  • 1 cup Quinoa Rinse before cooking.
  • 1 medium Butternut squash Cubed and roasted.
  • 2 cups Kale Massaged for tenderness.
  • 1 medium Apple Diced.
  • 1/2 cup Dried cranberries
  • 1/4 cup Pumpkin seeds or pecans Optional for crunch.
For the Creamy Dressing
  • 1/4 cup Tahini Or almond butter for nut-free.
  • 2 tablespoons Maple syrup
  • 2 tablespoons Apple cider vinegar or lemon juice
  • 2 tablespoons Olive oil Or avocado oil for richness.

Equipment

  • Baking sheet
  • Mixing bowl
  • Fine-mesh strainer
  • pot
  • Whisk

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Gather your baking sheet and mixing bowl.
  2. Cube the butternut squash and toss with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Roast in a single layer for 20-25 minutes.
  3. Massage chopped kale with olive oil and salt for 2-3 minutes. Set aside.
  4. Whisk tahini, maple syrup, apple cider vinegar, and olive oil together until smooth. Gradually add warm water to reach desired consistency.
  5. Rinse quinoa under cold water, then combine with water based on package instructions. Boil, then simmer covered for 15 minutes.
  6. Assemble bowls by layering quinoa, roasted squash, kale, apple, and dried cranberries. Sprinkle with seeds or nuts.
  7. Drizzle dressing over each bowl and serve warm or chilled.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 12gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 12gSodium: 280mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 10gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 4500IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 80mgIron: 3mg

Notes

For meal prep, store components separately and mix before serving. Adjust dressing consistency with warm water if needed.

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